Candy Cane Simple Syrup (Peppermint Syrup Recipe)
This cheery and delicious syrup tastes like liquified candy canes...because it is! It's perfect for adding seasonal peppermint flavor to all of your favorite beverages!
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Equipment
- 1 airtight storage container
- 1 1.5-quart saucepan
- 1 spatula silicone recommended
- 1 heat resistant glass measuring cup
- 1 zip top bag optional, for crushing candy canes
- 1 rolling pin or mallet optional, for crushing candy canes
Ingredients
- 200 grams candy canes about 15 regular-sized candy canes
- 354 grams filtered water
Instructions
- Unwrap 15 candy canes and place them in a zip top bag to crush them.
- Using a rolling pin, meat tenderizer, or wooden spoon, smash your candy canes into pieces. This is a VERY useful way to get out some holiday stress. 😂
- In a small saucepan, heat 354 grams of water over medium heat (1.5 cups).
- When the water is bubbling, add in the candy cane pieces and stir them until they dissolve. You may need to lower the heat to medium-low.
- When the candy has dissolved, turn off the heat and allow the mix to cool.
- Store your finished syrup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. You can also freeze it for longer term storage.
Notes
While you don’t need to break up your candy canes, it does help them to dissolve quicker in the hot water. Opening candy canes is also the perfect step for kids in the kitchen, because it’s helpful if the candy canes break while opening them!
Nutrition
Serving: 1ounceCalories: 68kcalCarbohydrates: 16gSodium: 1mgSugar: 11gCalcium: 1mg
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Keyword: candy cane, peppermint, simple syrup